How to Install a Storm Window in Pender County

After the installation, it’s important to review your work. Make sure the sliding storms and screen panes open smoothly— Since 1992, Carolina Window Covering, our family-owned business has been safeguarding homes and businesses with expert hurricane shutter installation, repair, and maintenance services for Pender County, NC homeowners. We install energy-efficient replacement windows and doors with storm impact options.

Storm panels are available in two main styles: clear and aluminum. The non-rust aluminum panels provide a cost-effective way to safeguard your home during tropical storms. They are easy to install with pre-mounted headers and sills, and they stack neatly for storage after the storm. Clear panels offer the same protection while allowing you to see outside from indoors. Custom-designed to fit any window or door opening you want to cover; these panels eliminate the need for heavy plywood. Wilmington, NC Storm windows can be installed to improve your home’s energy efficiency, even if it’s not within your budget.

How to install aluminum triple track storm windows on the exterior of your Wilmington home:

1. Choose your window casing style Western window casings include a blind stop that is recessed 5/8 inch (1.6 cm) into the opening. The halt is absent in “Eastern” cases
2. Accurate measurements are crucial for a successful installation. Measure the horizontal distance between the inner edges of the window case and the distance between the inside sill and the bottom edge of the outside head casing.
3. Accurate measurements are crucial for a successful installation. For a Western-style window casing, the storm window should be 1/4 inch (6.3 millimeters) smaller than the opening. For an Eastern-style casing, the storm window should be at least 1 1/4 inches (3 cm) wider and at least 5/8 inches (1.6 cm) taller than its casing measurements.
4. Weatherproofing is a key step to ensure the durability of your storm windows. Use a thick layer of butyl caulk or elastomeric glue where the storm windows will touch the casing. Attach the storm windows before the caulk dries.
5. Place the storm window on the windowsill and rest on the bottom edge of the storm window. Then, square it with the window casing. This is easier for “Western”-style casings. If you are using an “Eastern” style casing, ensure that each fin on the storm window does not overlap the casing. Insert a screw in the top fin
6. Attach fins to the casing. Begin with the bottom fin. Next, work our way up by driving screws into the corners of the storm windows. Keep the storm windows square and straight [source: Baker].

After the installation, it's important to review your work. Make sure the sliding storms and screen panes open smoothly— [source: Baker]. This final check will give you peace of mind about the quality of your installation. Our impact replacement windows and doors are designed to withstand the storm and are ideal for homes in Wilmington, Jacksonville, and all homes located in Pender County, North Carolina.

Don't forget to create 'weep holes.' These small holes at the bottom of the storm windows are essential, allowing water to seep between them and the primary window, preventing water accumulation and potential damage.

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